Praising the Community Association, local MLA Jo-Anne Dobson said: “The announcement of this grant is fantastic news for the village.

“I commend all the Association members and team responsible for putting together the successful funding application and for their ongoing hard work and determination on behalf of Scarva – it is making a real difference in the community.

“This important grant will help the community in Scarva to work alongside Council officials to enhance and build upon the work which they have already undertaken in the village and I look forward to their continued successes.”